Jason and the Argonauts

In 1963 the craze for mythical greek heroes was in its prime.

With the aid of Ray Harryhausen (The Seventh Voyage 0f Sinbad) and his creature effects workshop, Jason (Todd Armstrong) leads his crew (including Hercules) across the oceans of the world, battling colossal bronze statues (Talos-2nd best monster of all time according to Empire Mag), hydras (monster with loads a heads), harpies (flying bat-like chicks who steal from blind men-not nice), clashing rocks (big rocks that slam together), sword wielding skeletons and Gods, to retrieve the Golden Fleece (which restores all life) and win the girl (Nancy Kovak).

When you see the film, you'll be amazed at the estimated budget for this action fiesta...$1,000,000. Yep, that's it, they say.

I saw this film repeatedly as a child and as a result, adopted Jason's swimming style at the Cub's freestyle swimming competition in the late 1980's...as such, I swim sideways...thought you'd like to know that.

Fun Fact: Harryhausen regards Jason and the Argonauts as his best film...that is some statement!